Haggis

Haggis, Neeps, and Tatties

In the spirit of getting a taste for traditional Scottish food, Beth tried Haggis. "It was pretty good," she said. Mike said, "no thanks."

Haggis is a savory pudding containing sheep's pluck (heart, liver, and lungs), minced with onion, oatmeal, suet, spices, and salt, mixed with stock, and cooked while traditionally encased in the animal's stomach. For sure, its description is not immediately appealing. Beth had it served with the traditional sides of neeps and tatties (mashed turnips and mashed potatoes). And, she had it at one of the most popular restaurants. Well, not exactly a restaurant, but a small kiosk located on a busy street lined with very popular restaurants. Only £7.00 ($8.75). Let's hear it for inexpensive adventuresome eating.